For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,189 students in 39556, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39556, MS is Hancock High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39556 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39556, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39556 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hancock High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39556, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hancock High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7084 Stennis Airport Drive
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-2251
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-2251
Grades: 9-12
| 1,189 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hancock County Career Technical Cen
Vocational School
7180 Airport Road
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-3568
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-3568
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39556, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39556, MS include Hancock High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39556?
2 public high schools are located in 39556.
What is the racial composition of students in 39556?
39556 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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